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“Lauren Smith sings twangy, sparse numbers that have a gorgeous nature recalling a harnessed version of the Dresden Dolls.”

– Time Out New York 2009

“Lauren is an artist wise beyond her years. Her playing, crystalline voice and rapidly-evolving songwriting bring to mind generations of memorable voices, from Joan Baez to Alanis Morissette. Clearly, Lauren is someone to watch.”

– Al Cattabiana, Garasgista Records

“Lauren Smith gives a wonderfully warm performance with delicately crafted songs and a vocal style in the tradition of Natalie Merchant.”

– Larry Oaks from Singer Songwriter Sessions

“Off stage, Smith’s quiet demeanor belies her young age, and her maturity is evident both in her voice and her songwriting.”

– Samantha Spector, The Journal News

“Lauren smith is an extremely gifted young singer/songwriter, who has a lot to say and at a very young age already has the ability to say it through her effortless singing and fine original music.

She has a limitless horizon and would grace any stage or festival with her creativity and unspoiled personality.

I thought her first CD of her own songs was remarkable.”

– David Amram, November 2007, New York

“Lauren Smith’s passionate vocals soar effortlessly with the spooky cool sounds of her percussion.”

– Catherine Michales of WHUD

“Looking for a talent in the raw? Well look no further. Performing frequently along the East Coast, unsigned artist Lauren Smith is definitely worth checking out. Her unique sound is influenced by other great artists such as Ani Difranco, Joni Mitchell, Fiona Apple and Tori Amos. Beautifully arranged and produced by Geoff Mann, Lauren's new album ‘Game Face’ is available on cdbaby.com iTunes. Her natural songwriting abilities are inspiring.”

– Jonathan Kramm of Express Lane Magazine